Top Enterprise Mobility Trends to Watch in 2020

Smartphones have largely replaced laptops globally, and their ubiquity has brought revolutionary changes in our way of living. Today, thanks to evolving technology, smartphones have become smarter and we have an app for almost every task ranging from completing an office document to ordering a pizza. Statista has predicted that mobile apps will generate revenue of $581.9 billion in 2020.

It is fair to mention that the advancements of technology will contribute to the growth of mobile app development. Be it mobile app developers, entrepreneurs, or end-users, all contribute to making the app development process more advanced. If we talk about the year 2019, it was a milestone year for emerging technologies like AI and IoT.

In the year 2019, we have witnessed the rise of AI and IoT in enterprise mobility solutions. The year 2020 has brought new challenges for technology and app development as the world battles against the COVID-19 pandemic. In such a grim situation, mobile app development services can play a vital role in simplifying lives while mitigating challenges that occurred due to global lockdown.

Here are the top seven mobile app development trends that will dominate in the year 2020 and beyond.

Top Mobile App Development Trends to Rule in the Year 2020

  1. Internet of Things (IoT)

For IoT, it’s time to getting mainstream in the mobile app development domain. As per the prediction, there will be 27.1 billion connected devices in 2021 across the world. This huge network needs seamless connectivity, and mobile apps are in a great position to meet this objective. The advent of 5G and advanced wireless network technology will improve the mobile app’s capability.

We can expect that mid-size and big enterprises will hire mobile app developers to come up with apps to manage their existing IoT network effectively. The concepts of a smart city and smart home will also gain ground gradually, and the customized IoT mobile apps will play a vital role in increasing their popularity. IoT app development will remain in focus in years to come.

  1. On-demand Apps

On-demand grocery delivery apps like Instacart and Walmart Grocery have set new records in the number of downloads during coronavirus outbreak. On-demand apps have shown their importance from the aspects of convenience and necessity. Be it a cab booking or home service, food delivery, or courier service, the on-demand apps can always remain handy for companies and customers alike.

On-demand app development services are ready to cover new areas like on-demand laundry app, on-demand salon app, on-demand babysitting app, and the like. The booming on-demand economy offers many opportunities for startups and SMEs. We will see some innovative apps in this domain in the year 2020 and beyond.

  1. AR and VR Apps

Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) have evolved beyond gaming and entertainment categories in the mobile app domain. Some of the well-known brands like IKEA and Sephora have integrated AR technology into their apps to enhance user experience. Many companies consider AR app development to increase conversion rates and sales.

VR technology is also getting mainstreamed slowly. Google Cardboard app can offer 360-degree virtual experience. In the coming years, many companies will consider VR app development to provide excellent virtual experience to their customers. With the advent of new Android phones and iPhones, both AR and VR app development will grow.

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  1. Mobile Wallets

Google Wallet and Apple Pay have brought a radical change in the domain of online payment. Today, blockchain technology is evolving to facilitate the users to transact securely in cryptocurrencies and international remittances. All these trends contribute to making mobile wallet app development more advanced and user-oriented.

Contactless of NFC (Near-Field Communication) payment is an upcoming trend for mobile wallets. Mobile wallet developers will focus more on enhancing security and integrating more features to give a rich experience to the users. Also, companies will come up with mobile wallets to leverage the benefits of mCommerce for their business.

  1. AI-based Chatbots

Gartner has predicted that chatbots will handle 85% of all customer service interactions by 2020. On one hand, chatbots can improve customer support services, and on the other hand, AI technology can increase the efficiency of the employees. AI-based chatbots are therefore essential for the growth of modern companies. They bring automation in crucial processes like customer service.

In the coming years, we will not find any enterprise mobility solutions without chatbots. Every industry sector including retail, banking, and healthcare has started integrating chatbots in their respective app. We can expect that AI is here to stay and mobile app development companies will keep on leveraging its benefits in the next-gen apps.

  1. Cloud Integration

It is hard to imagine that an advanced enterprise app has no integration with the cloud. Companies tend to come up with cloud-based mobile apps for facilitating the app users to store and access data on the move. The cloud-integrated apps enable the users to get rid of issues like mobile crashing, battery drain, and heavy usage of internal memory.

Cloud integration is beneficial for app owners and app users. It can make the app development process quick and cost-effective. Also, such apps require less space in the mobiles, and therefore, users willingly download cloud-based apps. App solutions based on multi-cloud and hybrid cloud can be the future of cloud-integrated mobile app development.

  1. App Security

Last but not the least trend is app security. These days, tech-savvy users are more concerned about their privacy, and mobile app development companies focus more on protecting the end user’s confidential information. Every year, new layers of security are added in the app, and the year 2020 will not be an exception!

Be it an Android app development or an iOS app development, it will be necessary to keep the security and privacy protection at the core of mobile apps.

Concluding Lines

The mobile app development domain evolves at a rapid pace. It is interesting to see how these technology trends will play a vital role in enhancing the user experience in the year 2020 and beyond. If you want to grow your business through a feature-rich mobile app, there is no need to wait. Just find the right app development partner and make the most of mobility.

Suria International is a leading mobile app development company based in Singapore. We provide feature-rich enterprise mobility solutions by integrating cutting-edge technologies. Our experienced mobile app developers can come up with innovative app solutions to meet your business requirements effectively. Just drop us a line at business@suriainternational.com with your project needs.